U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Sar Paw
- The US has increased its focus on readying a force to fight in the Arctic.
- After over 20 years in the Middle East, the Army established a new strategy for cold-weather combat.
- As Russia and China hope to gain further power in the region, the US hopes to strengthen its position.
In the last few years, the US has intensified its focus on the frozen north, preparing its forces to dominate, if necessary, in the Arctic.